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Best Psychiatrists in Casa de Oro-Mount Helix, CA (2026)

294 psychiatrists ranked by RP ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

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    Best overall in Casa de Oro-Mount Helix: Advanced Psychiatry Associates, RP Score 76/100; 4.6★ from 92 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

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    Most-reviewed: Advanced Psychiatry Associates, 817 Google reviews at 4.7★, the most of 294 ranked; ranked #3.

Rankings can't be bought. Psychologists can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank

294 Casa de Oro-Mount Helix psychiatrists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 110 open Saturdays and 20 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.7★ across 294 rated practices.

Top 10 psychiatrists in Casa de Oro-Mount Helix at a glance

Ranked by the RP Score from public listing data, not by treatment outcomes; Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank.

Top 10 psychiatrists in Casa de Oro-Mount Helix at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Advanced Psychiatry Associates764.6★ (92)El Cajon, 3 mi awaySat · SunOverall
2Happy Sol Health765.0★ (9)San Diego, 12 mi away——
3Advanced Psychiatry Associates754.7★ (817)San Diego, 11 mi awaySat · SunMost reviews
4Laurence R Saben PC744.1★ (14)El Cajon, 2 mi away——
5Dr Highum744.3★ (8)El Cajon, 3 mi away——
6Arceli Oliva, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner735.0★ (24)La Mesa, 3 mi awaySat · Evenings—
7Emily Econie, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner735.0★ (24)La Mesa, 3 mi awaySat · Evenings—
8Dr. Heywood W. Zeidman, MD732.7★ (7)La Mesa, 3 mi away——
9Yashwant Chaudhri723.4★ (7)Santee, 5 mi away——
10Jonathan Koelle, MD722.0★ (7)La Mesa, 3 mi away——

The 294 best psychiatrists in Casa de Oro-Mount Helix, ranked

Ordered by RP Score, a 0–100 score from eight published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.

Ranked by the RP Score from public listing data, not by treatment outcomes; Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank.

  1. Ranked #1 in Casa de Oro-Mount Helix

    Based in El Cajon, 3 mi away

    76/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.6★ from 92 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.6★ from 92 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 9 AM–6 PM
    Address
    2345 Fletcher Pkwy, El Cajon, CA 92020
  2. Based in San Diego, 12 mi away

    76/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    322 1/2 W Washington St, San Diego, CA 92103
  3. Based in El Cajon, 2 mi away

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.1★ from 14 Google reviews.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 4.1★ from 14 Google reviews
    Address
    615 Lexington Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
  4. Based in El Cajon, 3 mi away

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.3★ from 8 Google reviews.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 4.3★ from 8 Google reviews
    Address
    225 W Madison Ave Ste #2, El Cajon, CA 92020
  5. Based in La Mesa, 3 mi away

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 5.0★ from 24 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 24 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–8 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat 8 AM–7 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    8881 Fletcher Pkwy Ste 350-360, La Mesa, CA 91942
  6. Based in La Mesa, 3 mi away

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 5.0★ from 24 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 24 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–8 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat 8 AM–7 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    8881 Fletcher Pkwy Ste 350-360, La Mesa, CA 91942
  7. Based in Santee, 5 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 3.4★ from 7 Google reviews.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 3.4★ from 7 Google reviews
    Address
    8770 Cuyamaca St #4, Santee, CA 92071
  8. Based in La Mesa, 3 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 2.0★ from 7 Google reviews.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 2.0★ from 7 Google reviews
    Address
    4700 Spring St #220, La Mesa, CA 91942
  9. Based in San Diego, 6 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 2.5★ from 11 Google reviews.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 2.5★ from 11 Google reviews
    Address
    College Avenue professional Building, 4537 College Ave, San Diego, CA 92115
  10. Based in San Diego, 10 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.9★ from 29 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 29 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–8 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–8 PM · Fri 8 AM–5:30 PM · Sat 8 AM–3:30 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    8989 Rio San Diego Dr Suite 200, San Diego, CA 92108
  11. Based in Chula Vista, 8 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.6★ from 14 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.6★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:30 AM–8 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 8:30 AM–8 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Sat 8 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    2300 Boswell Rd Suite 275, Chula Vista, CA 91914
  12. Based in Chula Vista, 8 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.8★ from 9 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.8★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:30 AM–8 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 8:30 AM–8 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Sat 8 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    2300 Boswell Rd Suite 275, Chula Vista, CA 91914
  13. Based in Chula Vista, 11 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews
    Address
    450 4th Ave Suite 215, Chula Vista, CA 91910
  14. Based in San Diego, 12 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    1350 Columbia St Unit 800, San Diego, CA 92101
  15. Based in San Diego, 10 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.9★ from 8 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–8 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–8 PM · Fri 8 AM–5:30 PM · Sat 8 AM–3:30 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    8989 Rio San Diego Dr #200, San Diego, CA 92108
  16. Based in San Diego, 10 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–8 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 8 AM–8 PM · Fri 8 AM–5:30 PM · Sat 8 AM–3:30 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    8989 Rio San Diego Dr Suite 200, San Diego, CA 92108
  17. Based in San Diego, 13 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 3.6★ from 11 Google reviews.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 3.6★ from 11 Google reviews
    Address
    10620 Treena St Ste 230, San Diego, CA 92131
  18. Based in San Diego, 12 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”, 4.7★ from 219 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.7★ from 219 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1565 Hotel Cir S Unit 200, San Diego, CA 92108

Psychiatrists ranked #26 to #50

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in RP Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 294 ranked psychiatrists here; the rest are on their profiles.

psychiatrists in Casa de Oro-Mount Helix, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Marina Katz, Psychiatrist684.5★ (67)17 mi
27Noreen Newmark, MD - Psychiatrist | Mindpath Health674.7★ (42)9 mi
28Dr. Alice Krull, MD672.0★ (4)15 mi
29Mindpath Health Psychiatrists & Therapists - La Mesa673.7★ (104)3 mi
30Pacific Health Systems LP674.5★ (8)5 mi
31SILVERLINING Psychiatry Medical Group674.8★ (95)12 mi
32Sofia Elkind, MD674.0★ (4)17 mi
33KMG Psychiatry674.4★ (251)11 mi
34Russell Lim, MD - Psychiatrist | Mindpath Health674.8★ (24)9 mi
35Dr. John W. Allen673.3★ (8)3 mi
36LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists San Diego674.6★ (368)3 mi
37Psychiatric Alternatives674.9★ (230)16 mi
38Michael M. Takamura, MD673.7★ (3)17 mi
39Dr. Leslie Craig674.4★ (7)19 mi
40Signer HealthCare Consulting674.2★ (5)19 mi
41Dr. Jon Deam- Aveo Wellness664.8★ (26)11 mi
42LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists La Mesa664.6★ (111)3 mi
43Mindpath Health Psychiatrists & Therapists - Hotel Circle N, San Diego664.4★ (53)12 mi
44Tierrasanta Behavioral Health MSO654.0★ (4)9 mi
45So Cal Psychiatric Care654.3★ (48)13 mi
46KMG Psychiatry654.6★ (139)17 mi
47California Medical Behavioral Health652.9★ (28)5 mi
48Mohammed Bari MD655.0★ (3)9 mi
49Michael Kornberg, MD654.2★ (5)19 mi
50Dr. Shashita R. Inamdar, MD652.5★ (4)8 mi

Also serving Casa de Oro-Mount Helix

20 more psychiatrists within 40 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a specialty we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.

How we ranked Casa de Oro-Mount Helix psychiatrists

We scored 294 Casa de Oro-Mount Helix psychiatrists on eight factors, weighted as shown. A practice is ranked when its specialty is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A practice with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 13, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Sponsored businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

RP Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Casa de Oro-Mount Helix data
Reputation25%Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back itMeasured
Review volume5%Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed practice on the listMeasured
Recency5%Share of Google reviews from the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Availability10%Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, and round-the-clock or same-day availabilityMeasured
Specialty focus25%How clearly the practice does this specialty (its Google category and name)Measured
Proximity15%Based in the city scores highest, less the farther away it isMeasured
Claimed profile10%The practice has claimed its Ranked Psychologists profile (free or paid earn the same)Measured
Partnered5%The practice links to Ranked Psychologists from its own website with our badge, checked periodicallyMeasured

How to choose a psychiatrist

  1. Check the license with the state or provincial board that issued it; most boards publish a free online lookup.
  2. Make sure psychiatry is a regular part of their work, and ask what approach they use and why.
  3. Ask whether the practice offers therapy as well as medication management, or medication visits only.
  4. Check whether you need a referral from your family doctor; in Canada a referral is usually required for publicly covered psychiatric care.
  5. Ask about fees, insurance and the cancellation policy before the first session. In the US, if you are uninsured or paying yourself, you can ask for a good faith estimate of expected charges.
  6. Check practical fit: in-person or online sessions, evening times, and how soon they have an opening.
  7. After a few sessions, ask yourself whether you feel heard. Changing to a different provider is common and fine.

Questions to ask a psychiatrist

  • Are you accepting new clients, and how soon could I start?
  • Which license do you hold, and in which state or province?
  • How much of your work is psychiatry?
  • Do you offer therapy sessions, or medication management only?
  • How soon is the first appointment, and how long are follow-up visits?
  • What do you charge per session, and do you take my insurance or provide a superbill?
  • Do you offer online sessions?
  • What is your cancellation policy?
  • What do you keep confidential, and when would you have to share information?

Terms explained

PhD / PsyD
Doctoral degrees in psychology. A PhD usually has a stronger research focus, a PsyD a stronger clinical focus; both can lead to a psychologist license.
Licensed psychologist
A person licensed by a state or provincial psychology board to practice psychology. The title is protected by law.
Psychological associate
In some states and provinces, a master’s-level practitioner licensed or registered by the psychology board, often with supervision requirements.
LPC / LMHC / LCPC
US licenses for professional or mental health counselors (the name differs by state). They provide counseling and therapy.
LCSW
Licensed clinical social worker: a master’s-level social worker licensed to provide therapy.
LMFT
Licensed marriage and family therapist: licensed to treat individuals, couples and families with a focus on relationships.
RP / RCC
Registered psychotherapist (Ontario) and registered clinical counsellor (British Columbia): Canadian titles for licensed therapy providers.
PSYPACT
An interstate agreement that lets psychologists licensed in a member state provide telepsychology to clients in other member states once they hold the required authorization.
Telehealth
Sessions held by secure video or phone instead of in person. The provider generally needs to be licensed where the client is located.
CBT
Cognitive behavioral therapy: a structured talk therapy that works on the links between thoughts, feelings and behavior.
DBT
Dialectical behavior therapy: a form of CBT that teaches skills for managing intense emotions and relationships.
ERP
Exposure and response prevention: a form of CBT used for OCD.

Psychiatrists in Casa de Oro-Mount Helix: frequently asked questions

Who is the best psychiatrist in Casa de Oro-Mount Helix?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked psychiatrist in Casa de Oro-Mount Helix, CA is Advanced Psychiatry Associates with an RP Score of 76/100. It has 4.6★ from 92 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Happy Sol Health (#2) and Advanced Psychiatry Associates (#3) follow. We ranked 294 psychiatrists on eight factors, last updated November 13, 2026.

How many psychiatrists are there in Casa de Oro-Mount Helix?

RankedPsychologists ranks 294 psychiatrists serving Casa de Oro-Mount Helix, CA. Another 20 within 40 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.

What should I do if I need help right now?

In crisis or thinking about suicide? Call or text 988 (US and Canada), any time. In an emergency, call 911. This site cannot help in an emergency.

Which psychiatrists in Casa de Oro-Mount Helix work on weekends?

110 of 294 ranked psychiatrists post Saturday hours and 20 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Advanced Psychiatry Associates (#1), Advanced Psychiatry Associates (#3) and Arceli Oliva, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (#6). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Casa de Oro-Mount Helix psychiatrists have?

The median Google rating among 294 rated psychiatrists in Casa de Oro-Mount Helix is 4.7★, with a median of 13 reviews. Advanced Psychiatry Associates has the most, 817 reviews, and ranks #3. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does RankedPsychologists rank psychiatrists?

Each psychiatrist gets a 0–100 RP Score from eight published factors, led by reputation (25%), specialty focus (25%), proximity (15%) and availability (10%). A practice with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only practices with a confirmed specialty and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.

Do psychiatrists outside Casa de Oro-Mount Helix count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Casa de Oro-Mount Helix city center, our service radius for psychiatrists. Each listing shows where the practice is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 15% of the RP Score, so a nearby practice gets a small edge.

Can psychiatrists pay to rank higher on RankedPsychologists?

No. The RP Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured practices may appear above the list, labelled Sponsored and showing their honest rank.

How are psychiatrists in Casa de Oro-Mount Helix ranked?

Each practice gets an RP Score from 0 to 100 from 8 published factors, including its Google rating, how clearly it focuses on psychiatry and how close it is. Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank. The score does not measure treatment outcomes.

What is the difference between a psychiatrist and a psychologist?

A psychiatrist is a medical doctor (MD or DO) who completed a residency in psychiatry and can prescribe medication. A psychologist usually holds a doctorate in psychology (PhD or PsyD), provides therapy and psychological testing, and in most places does not prescribe. Many people see both: a psychiatrist for medication and a psychologist or therapist for talk therapy.

Can I see a psychiatrist online?

Often, yes. Licensing generally follows where you are during the session, so the provider needs to be licensed or authorized there. In the US, psychologists in PSYPACT member states can offer telepsychology to clients in other member states; counselors and social workers have their own rules. In Canada, ask whether the provider is registered in your province.

What if I need help right now?

Do not wait for a consultation. Call or text 988 (US and Canada) if you are in crisis or thinking about suicide, at any time. In an emergency, call 911.

Update log for Casa de Oro-Mount Helix

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 294 psychiatrists serving Casa de Oro-Mount Helix.